What to do in Abu Dhabi

Activities, attractions and tours
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Abu Dhabi Attractions

Let Expedia help you experience the best that Abu Dhabi has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Activities and Tours

Abu Dhabi is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Abu Dhabi to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights.

Abu Dhabi Attractions

Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Abu Dhabi.

Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Abu Dhabi attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season.


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Abu Dhabi Emirate which includes landscape views, a sunset and desert views

Abu Dhabi City Center

4.5/5(31 area reviews)

Abu Dhabi City Center is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Al Wahda Mall and World Trade Center Mall.

Abu Dhabi City Center
Believe it or not, this is in Abu Dhabi. #CornField

Al Raha Beach

Travelers like the beaches in Al Raha Beach, and Al Raha Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Al Raha Beach
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Khalifa City

3/5(1 area review)

Golf courses and restaurants are notable features of Khalifa City. You might consider a stop by Abu Dhabi Golf Club while you're exploring the neighborhood.

Khalifa City
Shangri-la Hotel beach Qaryat Al Beri complex in Abu Dhabi's Khor Al Maqta area. Mussafah Bridge can be seen in the distance, one of three bridges connecting the island of Abu Dhabi to the main land.

Al Maqta

4.5/5(11 area reviews)

Beaches and abundant dining options are well-reviewed features of Al Maqta. Make a stop by top sights like The Souq at Qaryat Al Beri while you're exploring the area.

Al Maqta
Abu Dhabi Emirate showing a coastal town and a city

Al Bateen

While visiting Al Bateen, you might make a stop by sights like Abu Dhabi Corniche and Observation Deck at 300.

Al Bateen
Early morning #sunrise in #abudhabi from #beachrotanahotel

Al Zahiyah

4/5(15 area reviews)

The stunning beaches and popular shops are just a few highlights of Al Zahiyah. Make a stop by Abu Dhabi Mall or Abu Dhabi Corniche while you're exploring the area.

Al Zahiyah